Car Accidents

2021 Was the Second Deadliest Year on Texas Roads

The year 2020 was an unusual traffic year. Pandemic lockdowns and a drop in tourist travel caused traffic levels to decrease by about 13%. At the same time, traffic deaths increased by about 7%. Transportation experts hoped that 2021 would represent a reversion to more normal levels. But while traffic levels returned to normal, road… read more

What Happens in a Tire Blowout Accident in Houston?

According to the U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), vehicle problems are the least common causes of accidents. Driver error, environmental conditions, and “other” causes result in more accidents than equipment breakdowns. But with the enormous number of traffic accidents in the U.S., vehicle problems still cause about 44,000 car accidents every year. Of… read more

Top 5 Most Important Safety Features for Cars

Shopping for a new car can be a lot of fun, especially if it has been a while since you’ve upgraded. Technology has improved tremendously over the last decade, both for user-friendliness and safety features. Carefully examining your new car’s safety features will help reduce your chances of an accident and protect you in the… read more

Whiplash, Disc, and Joint Injuries: Common Consequences of a Houston Car Accident

Our bodies were never meant to deal with the movement and forces involved in a car accident.  Upon impact, the car that is hit absorbs energy from the crash. Some of that energy is passed onto drivers and passengers inside of the vehicle. This energy moves the occupants in the direction of the crash. For… read more

What to Know About Car Accident Reports in Houston

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Houston, a car accident report can help you if you ever need to file an injury claim after an accident. It can support your description of your injuries. The investigative findings can also help you prove that another driver caused your accident. Texas has a statewide… read more

Back Pain After a Car Accident — What’s Causing It?

A car accident can traumatize your body. It may cause pain in your chest from the seat belt or pain in your arms from the explosive inflation of your airbag. You might even feel pain all over. As you begin to recover, the pain from the bumps and bruises will fade. If you continue to… read more

10 Worst Celebrity Car Accidents

Despite a drop in travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, over 38,000 people died in car crashes in 2020. This reversed a recent trend of car accidents decreasing annually. Celebrities get into car accidents just like everyone else. Unsurprisingly, the causes of these car accidents mirror the most common car accident causes for the average… read more

Emotional and Mental Issues After a Car Accident

Depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are common after a car accident. But you do not need to suffer in silence from these and other emotional and mental issues. Documenting these problems with your doctor and seeking treatment will improve your health. These steps can also provide the evidence you need to recover compensation… read more

Can You Use a Car Seat After an Accident?

Driving with a child requires a high level of care, as well as some extra safety measures. Car safety seats provide excellent protection for children. Specifically, safety seats help to protect toddlers and babies during car accidents. Following a crash, however, many parents wonder if they can continue to use their child’s car seat. Many… read more

Should I Call 911 After a Car Accident in Houston?

You can only control your own decisions when driving. You can’t control what others do. It’s entirely possible to be involved in a car accident in Houston as a result of someone else’s carelessness. You can prepare for the possibility of a car crash by familiarizing yourself with the steps to take after a motor… read more